Academic Cardiac Surgeon - Dalhousie University / QEII Health Sciences Centre

Nova Scotia Healthcare System; Halifax; On-site; CAD 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A university-based healthcare provider in Halifax is seeking a Cardiac Surgeon to educate medical students and residents, provide clinical care, and engage in leadership development. Candidates must be certified in Cardiac Surgery and eligible for licensure in Nova Scotia. This full-time position emphasizes a collaborative environment and contributions to healthcare excellence.

Qualifications

• Certified in Cardiac Surgery by the Royal College.
• Experienced in coronary artery bypass and valvular surgeries.
• Eligible for Nova Scotia licensure.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and educate medical students and residents.
• Contribute to nursing staff education in the ICU.
• Provide clinical care at an academic practice.

Skills

Cardiac Surgery Certification

Clinical Education

Leadership Development

Research Participation

Education

Fellowship Training in Cardiac Surgery

Job description

Overview

The successful candidate will join 10 other surgical specialists in our university-based academic clinical practice. The Attending is expected to play an active educator role in the education of undergraduate medical students, residents and fellows of the Division of Cardiac Surgery and nursing staff (e.g., simulator training) of the ICU. The successful applicant will report to the Head of the Division of Cardiac Surgery. We value maintaining a working environment that is optimal for the delivery of excellent health care and the successful hire will actively engage in personal coaching/leadership training. Compensation is through participation in the Dalhousie University Department of Surgery Academic Funding Plan (AFP).

Responsibilities

• Educate and supervise students, residents, and fellows in the Division of Cardiac Surgery.
• Contribute to simulator training and nursing staff education in the ICU.
• Collaborate with the Head of the Division and participate in leadership development and coaching.
• Provide clinical care within the university-based academic clinical practice.

Qualifications

• Must be certified in Cardiac Surgery by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.
• Experience with coronary artery bypass grafting, mitral valve replacement, aortic valve replacement, Bentall procedures and Type A repairs is expected.
• Fellowship training in a specific area is recommended.
• Must be eligible for licensure in Nova Scotia.
• Participation in research is expected.

Additional Information

Applications accompanied by a CV, statement of interests (clinical, educational, administrative and/or research interests) and names of three referees will be accepted until September 2, 2025 and should be sent to:

Dr. Jeremy Wood
Head Division of Cardiac Surgery
Halifax Infirmary Site QEII HSC
1796 Summer Street
Halifax NS B3H 3A7

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Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility

The Department commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility. The Department encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians) and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women and persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community.

Remote Work & Employment Details

Remote Work: Not specified. Employment Type: Full-time. Vacancy: 1.